Bathing your baby in water helps protect his skin from irritation and helps him adapt to the new environment by simulating his previous “habitat” – amniotic fluid.
In addition, the evening bathing process is a great opportunity for communication between the child and the father, who has already come home from work.
However, it does not matter whose responsibilities include bathing the child - the main thing is to remember that the baby's safety is a priority, and some simple rules should be followed.
First of all, the baby bathtub can only be used for bathing the baby! It should not be used for washing or any other purposes.
Secondly, water for bathing should be boiled and cooled to 37 degrees Celsius.
Thirdly, avoid drafts and overheating during water procedures – the baby’s thermoregulation is still very weak. Bathing a newborn should take no more than 5-6 minutes.
Fourth, support the baby's back or stomach so that his head does not go under the water. You can buy a special baby collar for bathing.
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